Ernest Lynn Pardue

Ernest Lynn Pardue, age 67, of Sweetwater Lane, Vilas, the Bethel community, passed away Monday morning, October l4, 2024 at his home.  Born July 18, 1957 in Watauga County, he was a son of Ernest Lee and Georgia Swift Pardue.  Ernest was a member of Union Baptist Church.  Lynn was a carpet installer and most of his working career was with Abby Carpet in Boone.  Lynn dearly loved his late wife, Rachel and family.  His favorite past time was visiting with friends and listening to music.   Lynn enjoyed expressing his artistic abilities with color pencils by creating greeting cards and portraits.

He is survived by his brother, Mike Pardue and wife, Rebecca, of Vilas; and a number cousins, including Glenda Atkins of Zionville and Beth and Deana.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Rachel Coffey Pardue.

Memorial services for Lynn Pardue will be private.

The family wishes to thank all Lynn’s family and friends who kept him in their prayers during his illness, including Rebecca Pardue, Debi, Anita, Virginia, Carla, Daniel, David, A. G., Cindy and Jack and to express appreciation to the staffs of Amorem Health and Hospice and Watauga Medical Center.

In lieu of flowers memorial gifts may be made to Austin & Barnes to assist family with expenses.

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